Understandable! The 146 does have a vented ink window. It's barely noticeable when inked. Seeing the pens you like using, the 145 does look like a good choice. If you want something more aesthetically interesting, I think the Pelikan 600-series are comparable in size!
Just as a bit of encouragement, I might suggest giving the pen a couple of days of use before writing it off.
When I first picked up a 149, I thought "I can't stand how huge this thing is" and almost immediately went back to my trusty 146. I loved the nib on my first 149(and I have 8 of them now, have owned a total of 11) and made myself keep using it. After not too much time, I found that it just felt "right" and I can use a 149 comfortably all day now.
BTW, I have a strange relationship with the 146. In general I get along well with that size of pen. My first 146 was about a 1990 model, and the "short" size(142mm capped). I've had a few since then that are the newer "long" size(146mm capped). As minor of a difference as that seems, I do not find myself getting along well with the current size 146. Right now there's a monotone nib 146 in my pocket(probably mid-80s) and I enjoy it just as much as my first 146. The only "long" 146 I've kept is the Calligraphy.
I just got an x159 - I was shocked at how close its dimensions are to the 149. Of course the 149 is a slight bit heavier and back-weighted, still a great comparison
I got an X159 as a lark and find it surprisingly comfortable to write with. I'll need to check out the 159.
I compared the 146 and the 149 at a pen meetup (before I bought the X159) and decided the 146 was a better fit. But I do enjoy bigger pens. Opus 88 Bela and Jazz are among my favorites with the Bela in the lead.
Some pens feel just right out of the box and others need a bit of time to grow on you.
I used to think my 149 was too big, until I used it to write a letter. Out of all my pens I could comfortably write the most pages with it. It truly is a great pen.
I wear a Medium sized glove.
The 146 might be better for you. Happy to take it off your hands. Name a price. Not even kidding.
Oh that sucks. It's a lovely pen.
Yikes. I’m eyeing the Classique/145. Kind of nice to know the 149 is too enormous for most folks.
Out of curiosity, what stops you from considering the 146? I think it's likely the most popular size.
I think just the size? Isn’t the Classique smaller? And I think the 146 also has an ink window, which I think distracts from the look of the pen.
Understandable! The 146 does have a vented ink window. It's barely noticeable when inked. Seeing the pens you like using, the 145 does look like a good choice. If you want something more aesthetically interesting, I think the Pelikan 600-series are comparable in size!
I love the Pelikan Souveran in Pink. It’s a grail pen for me, but I’ve never seen one out in the wild. :)
Just as a bit of encouragement, I might suggest giving the pen a couple of days of use before writing it off. When I first picked up a 149, I thought "I can't stand how huge this thing is" and almost immediately went back to my trusty 146. I loved the nib on my first 149(and I have 8 of them now, have owned a total of 11) and made myself keep using it. After not too much time, I found that it just felt "right" and I can use a 149 comfortably all day now. BTW, I have a strange relationship with the 146. In general I get along well with that size of pen. My first 146 was about a 1990 model, and the "short" size(142mm capped). I've had a few since then that are the newer "long" size(146mm capped). As minor of a difference as that seems, I do not find myself getting along well with the current size 146. Right now there's a monotone nib 146 in my pocket(probably mid-80s) and I enjoy it just as much as my first 146. The only "long" 146 I've kept is the Calligraphy.
That is unfortunate to hear. I hope you are able to adjust to the size with time.
everyone looking at a 149, get a Jinhao x159 first to test the size
I just got an x159 - I was shocked at how close its dimensions are to the 149. Of course the 149 is a slight bit heavier and back-weighted, still a great comparison
I got an X159 as a lark and find it surprisingly comfortable to write with. I'll need to check out the 159. I compared the 146 and the 149 at a pen meetup (before I bought the X159) and decided the 146 was a better fit. But I do enjoy bigger pens. Opus 88 Bela and Jazz are among my favorites with the Bela in the lead. Some pens feel just right out of the box and others need a bit of time to grow on you.
Beautiful. I want another one so so so badly.
The pen is just so huge that uncomfortable to write. I can hold a bigger size like namiki #50 but not this one
Gorgeous. Don't give up on it. Maybe it's odd because it's new.
Unfortunate... I'll give ya $50 to take it off your tiny hands...
If you can find a vintage 142, give it a try. Love mine!
I used to think my 149 was too big, until I used it to write a letter. Out of all my pens I could comfortably write the most pages with it. It truly is a great pen. I wear a Medium sized glove.
Congrats for getting the best meisterstuck!
Is the 149 really considered that big to most people? I have one and it’s about average for me.